Scott County Conservation Department

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Scott County Conservation Department

Office:
West Lake Park
14910-110th Avenue
Davenport, Iowa 52804
Phone: (563) 328-3280
Fax: (563) 381-2805

Sorry, camping reservations are not accepted. Campgrounds are open year round.

Conservation Features

The 2008 Controlled Deer Hunt will be held at Scott County Park and the Wapsi Environmental Education Center in December. Applications will be available beginning Saturday, August 30th at the Scott County Park Entry Station, West Lake Park (Gate 5) Registration Office, and the Wapsi Environmental Education Center also it will be available for download at this site. Click here for further information [Press Release]

The Scott County Conservation Board is pleased to announce that Buffalo Shores Campgrounds has re-opened. Due to re-seeding, no tents or mats will be allowed on the grass and the Riverview campsites will need to remain closed until further notice. Please call 563-328-3281 ext 1 for further information.

The Scott County Park equestrian and mountain bike trails are open. Because conditions can change, if you have any questions regarding the trails, please call or stop by the Entry Station at Scott County Park (563) 328-3282 ext 1.

Bringing firewood from the states of MI (Lower Peninsula), OH, IL, and IN is a violation of federal law as it may harbor Emerald Ash Borer, a major pest of Iowa's native trees. Please visit with park staff if you have any questions or call (515) 725-1470 for more information.

Scott County Swimming

Luxury Rental Cabins

Scott County Park adds two luxury rental cabins to the park. Each cabin will comfortably sleep six, with two bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room, fireplace, and kitchen area. The cabins feature finished interiors, decks, grading and landscaping. [Scott County Park] [Pine Grove Cabins]

Online Virtual Tours

Pioneer Village and Wapsi Center

The Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village is open for the season. Check out our online virtual tour. For group tours contact the Pioneer Village Site Coordinator at (563) 328-3283.

Camping and RV Parks

Find great camping and trailer spots at any of the following Conservation park sites: Scott County Park | West Lake Park | Buffalo Shores

Virtually Visit the Cody Homestead

The Cody Homestead is Buffalo Bill Cody's boyhood home located in rural Scott County. Buffalo Bill Cody was born in Scott County February 26, 1846:

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OUR MISSION: To improve the quality of life and promote and preserve the health, welfare, and enjoyment for the citizens of Scott County and the general public by acquiring, developing, operating, and preserving the historical, educational, environmental, recreational and natural resources of the County.